Registration open for certificate courses in the legal field

Registration is under way for certificate courses in the legal field at the University of Houston-Clear Lake.

The first class is set for Monday, Jan. 14.

According to a press release, "These online courses were created to help participants prepare for careers in the fast-growing field of paralegalism. Paralegal certificate courses teach basic legal concepts including the American legal system, terminology and ethics. Advanced courses build upon the basic knowledge with classes in specialized facets of contemporary law. Legal secretary, law school prep and legal nurse consulting training courses prepare students for careers in law or medicine and train medical professionals for a career as legal nurse consultants."

The University of Houston-Clear Lake is located at 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston.

For more information, call 281-283-3133, check www.uhcl.edu/camp or email camp@uhcl.edu.